Author: Chukwu Godlove
Nestled in the southern Mediterranean, off the south-east coast of Tunisia, lies the island of Djerba. With a rich cultural and religious history, it has been a crossroad of many civilisations, including the Phoenicians, Romans, Byzantines and Arabs, and is home to many unique architectural sites. These include the Sedouikech underground mosque, St Joseph’s Church and the El Ghriba Synagogue. But, for many years, Djerba’s cultural heritage has been in danger. This is due to a combination of over-tourism, environmental change and human neglect. By the 1990s to early 2000s, when Djerba was at the height of its popularity, the…
Winter in Gauteng comes with its charms — crisp blue skies, jacaranda skeletons, and that first morning coffee warming your hands. But it also sparks the craving to escape. Not far-flung, plane-ticket kind of escape. From misty mountain villages to bushveld bliss, here are some of the best winter breaks for Gauteng people who want fresh air, fireside comfort, and a chance to recharge — without crossing provinces (too many, at least). 1. Clarens, Free State View of Clarens/Jan Giebelmann/Wikimedia Commons Distance from Joburg: ± 3h20mClarens feels like the kind of place where winter lives its best life. Wrapped in…
Narok — Kenya has intensified a campaign to boost tourist numbers into the country, President William Ruto has said. With a target of five million international visitors by 2027, the President said the campaign aims to promote Kenya as the home of human origin and a top travel destination for innovation, sports and conference tourism, adventure, wildlife, culture, and beach holidays. “We are expanding our tourism products beyond wildlife, national parks and beaches to include a wide array. Digital innovation, sports and conference tourism, and culture are the new areas on offer,” he said. He made the remarks when opened…
Posted on 25 July 2025 By Lee-Ann Steyn Tags:animal behavior, animal kingdom, animal standoff, animal video viral, baby rhino, elephant backs down, Elephant Encounter, nature clash, nature video, Rhino calf, rhino mom, unexpected wildlife moments, wild africa, wildlife bravery, wildlife showdown In this short but satisfying wildlife encounter, a bold rhino calf—backed up by its watchful mother—approaches a much larger elephant as captured by Game Ranger Nic Nel of Mala Mala Game Reserve. Screenshot from embedded video Despite the size difference, the tiny rhino holds its ground with surprising confidence. The elephant hesitates, assesses the scene, and ultimately decides to…
Gulu City has officially launched the inaugural Gulu City Oktoberfest, a week-long cultural and tourism celebration set to take place from October 6th to 14th, 2025, at Kahunda Grounds. The event, which aims to position Gulu as a cultural and economic hub for northern Uganda, was unveiled by the Minister for Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Nobert Mao; the State Minister for Tourism, Martin Mugarra Bahinduka; and Gulu City Mayor, Alfred Okwonga. Mayor Okwonga described the October fest as a strategic initiative designed to promote the Acholi cultural heritage, support local businesses, and attract both domestic and international tourists. “This festival…
Winter on South Africa’s coastlines brings drama—not just in the skies, but beneath the surface too. Between June and November, the country’s southern and eastern shores host the magnificent southern right whales as they migrate from Antarctica to breed and calve in warmer waters. If you’ve ever wanted to watch a whale breach against a golden sunrise or spot a calf nuzzle alongside its mother in the shallows, this is your trail to follow. 1. Hermanus, Western Cape Southern Right Whale near Hermanus/Olga Ernst/Wikimedia Commons Few places are as synonymous with whale watching as Hermanus. With a dedicated Whale Crier…
The Director General of the Tanzania Tourist Board (TTB), Ephraim Mafuru, has expressed heartfelt gratitude to tourism stakeholders, the private sector, and Tanzanians nationwide for voting and helping Tanzania win the title of Africa’s Best Destination, a major triumph for the entire country. He also extended thanks to citizens for helping the TTB earn the recognition of Best Tourism Board in Africa. “This victory isn’t ours alone; it’s a win for our beautiful nation and its unique attractions,” Mafuru said. “From Zanzibar, named Africa’s Best Beach Destination to the Serengeti, crowned Africa’s Leading National Park for the seventh year in…
Posted on 25 July 2025 By Lee-Ann Steyn Tags:African safari, close encounter, lions, ranger life, safari, safari adventure, safari fail, travel mishaps, travel video, unexpected moments, viral wildlife, wildlife, wildlife encounter Tense laughs echo through the bush as a safari vehicle reportedly runs out of diesel—right next to a pride of lions. Image is screenshot taken from video In the video, a ranger (perhaps joking to calm nerves) suggests they “walk out the English way… ladies first,” while the engine fails to start and lions lurk nearby. @hakamelatsundzuka Running out of Diesel ⛽😔 #univenstudents📚 #foryoupage❤️❤️ #limpopotiktokers🥰🥰🥰🥰 #trendingvideo #fyp ♬ original…
A former Nigerian diplomat and security analyst have strongly criticised the latest travel advisory issued by the United States government, describing it as exaggerated, counterproductive, and based on outdated intelligence. The advisory, released on July 15, 2025, by the U.S. Department of State, urged American citizens to reconsider travel to Nigeria due to widespread insecurity, terrorism, kidnapping, civil unrest, and poor healthcare infrastructure. Eighteen states were listed under the “Do Not Travel” category, including Borno, Yobe, Kogi, and northern Adamawa due to terrorism and kidnapping, and several southern states due to violent crime and armed gangs. Reacting to the advisory,…
In a tragic turn for Hwange National Park’s lion pride, a well‑known male explorer lion named Blondie was shot and killed by a trophy hunter. Image of lion is not Blondie but used for illustrative purposes/Hans Veth/Unsplash Blondie, approximately 5 years and 3 months old, was clearly visible in a satellite GPS collar fitted earlier that year by the University of Oxford’s Wildlife Conservation Research Unit (WildCRU), in collaboration with Africa Geographic. Despite his prominence and relatively young age, he was legally hunted—having been lured out of safety—and now ten cubs remain without their father, reports Africa Geographic. Blondie had…